Place in Scottish Borders, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.479, -2.549 |
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| OS grid ref: | NT 65 20 |
| Population: | 3,980 |
| Dialling code: | 01835 (St Boswells) |
Jedburgh is a compact market town in the Scottish Borders of Scotland, sitting on the banks of the Jed Water amid gently rolling hills and agricultural land. Its skyline is dominated by the striking ruin of Jedburgh Abbey, and the town also preserves a fascinating Georgian and Victorian centre with attractions such as the Jedburgh Castle Jail Museum, all reminders of a long history shaped by the Anglo‑Scottish border and the Border Reivers.
Today Jedburgh functions as a local service hub and tourist gateway to walking and cycling routes through the Borders, with an economy based on agriculture, small independent shops, cafes and heritage tourism. Community events and a strong sense of local identity give the town a lively, approachable feel while its historic sites make it a frequent stop for anyone exploring the rich history and countryside of the Borders.
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